Quick answer
者 is the kanji for "Person". It is a JLPT N4 kanji. The main reading is もの (mono). Stroke-order practice is available below.
Meaning
Person
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Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Stroke Order
8 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 者 represents 'SOMEONE'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of someone.
On-reading: しゃ — remember this sound by associating it with someone. Kun-reading: もの.
Example Sentences
医者の言うことを聞いてください。
いしゃのいうことをきいてください。
Please listen to what the doctor says.
初心者でも参加できます。
しょしんしゃでもさんかできます。
Even beginners can participate.
Vocabulary using 者
Grammar to study at this level
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
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